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WHAT’S BEING OFFERED IN YOUTH SPORTS ACTIVITIES BY JUSTIN JARRETT
The start of a new school year also means the start of a new sports season, and parents looking for an athletic outlet for young kids in the Lowcountry have a wealth of options. Both the Beaufort County Parks and Recreation Department and the Island Recreation Center offer a wide range of youth sports programs. Other groups such as the First Tee of the Lowcountry and numerous private organizations give parents even more opportunities to get their children up and moving. Parents can find a full slate of sports leagues and programs this fall. Among them is the return of Hilton Head Gator football, which took the season off a year ago but is ready to launch its
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52nd season in August for players ages 6-12. The Gator program also offers an option for young cheerleaders. “We’re back at it, and hopefully we can get some kids to participate,” said Bob Rozek, recreation and facilities director for the Island Recreation Center. “Our numbers are definitely coming back stronger, and all of our camps have had great participation this summer.” Individual sports that are played outdoors, such as golf and tennis, gained popularity in the past year. Rozek said the Island Rec Center’s tennis program has picked up steam with local pro Royce Silvan leading a growing group of young players ranging from beginner to intermediate players looking to take on the
